Now, anyone can go from sushi novice to sushi samurai--slicing, filleting, and making rolls like a master! Never before have the techniques of this most popular Asian cuisine been as attractively presented, as easy to follow, and as temptingly photographed as they are in this beginner's guide. With the help of an unbelievable number of close-up photos, expert Aya Imatani virtually takes would-be chefs by the hand, leading them through every delectable step of the process. She discusses all the tools, foods, and paraphernalia; lays out the methods for making vinegars and sauces; and…mehr
Now, anyone can go from sushi novice to sushi samurai--slicing, filleting, and making rolls like a master! Never before have the techniques of this most popular Asian cuisine been as attractively presented, as easy to follow, and as temptingly photographed as they are in this beginner's guide. With the help of an unbelievable number of close-up photos, expert Aya Imatani virtually takes would-be chefs by the hand, leading them through every delectable step of the process. She discusses all the tools, foods, and paraphernalia; lays out the methods for making vinegars and sauces; and demonstrates how to make sashimi creations so special they aren't even found in many sushi bars. The menu of sushi recipes is expansive, encompassing hosomaki, saimaki, and all-vegetarian varieties. You will even learn all the right Japanese names for each dish. And everything seems wonderfully doable. The big finish: Aya's specials, the kind of dishes you'll never find in sushi bars--such as Sushi Cake (Chicken &Teriyaki) and Temarizushi (made of tuna, salmon, and avocado)--but that a Japanese mother or grandmother would make for her own family.
Sushi has been a part of Aya Imatani’s life since she was a child. She now runs her own catering business. From the foreword of Sushi: The Beginner's Guide: "And who am I? Not just someone who learned to make sushi at home and is now writing a book about it—anybody could do that! Sushi has been a part of my life since infancy. My father owned a sushi bar in Kobe, Japan, and while other children were playing with blocks, I filleted my first fish at the age of five! Owning a sushi bar was a demanding business, and when my brother and I were little, our parents were often busy. But every night, after closing time, the two of us sat down at the bar just like grownups and Otosan (Father) made us whatever kind of sushi we asked for. Now that I've grown up and work in the restaurant business, I can really appreciate that special attention. For us, it made the hours of waiting worthwhile, and created a love and respect for sushi I still feel to this day."
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The Basics Tools for the Sushi Master (or Mistress) Tableware The Japanese Pantry In a Pickle: How to Make Pickled Ginger The Wonders of Wasabi Fish and Seafood How to Choose a Whole Fish Glossary Choosing a Fillet You Can Do It! How to Fillet a Whole Fish Sauces How to Make Sushizu (sushi vinegar) Tsukuri Jyouyu (special soy sauce for sashimi) Karashisumo Sauce Teriyaki Sauce Spicy Sauce Sashimi Introduction How to Slice a Fillet for Sashimi Sashimi Vegetables Arranged Maguro Sashimi (tuna) Sake Sashimi (salmon) Kawa Suzuki Arai (freshwater bass) Takosumiso (sliced octopus) Sushi Rice Nigiri Maguro Nigiri (tuna) Ebi Nigiri (shrimp) How to Boil & Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp Unagi Kabayaki Nigiri (steamed & teriyaki-broiled eel) How to Prepare Unagi Kabayaki (teriyaki-broiled eel) Tamago Nigiri (Japanese omelette) Dashimaki Tamago (how to make a Japanese omelette) Gunkanmaki Ikura Gunkanmaki (salmon roe) Ebikko Gunkanmaki (shrimp roe) Maguro & Uzaru Gunkanmaki (tuna and quail egg) Spicy Tuna Gunkanmaki Grilled Tuna Salad Gunkanmaki Spicy Shrimp Gunkanmaki Negi Shima-Aji Gunkanmaki (yellowjack & scallion) Kani & Ebikko Gunkanmaki (shrimp roe & crab) Kani & Ebikko Salad (shrimp roe & crab salad) Temaki Unatama Temaki (broiled eel, tamale & seasoned shiitake mushroom) Seasoned Shiitake Mushroom Negi Maguro Temaki (scallion & tuna) California Temaki (shrimp, crab salad & asparagus) Hokkai Temaki (salmon, avocado & cucumber) Norwegian Temaki (salmon, grilled salmon & salmon roe) Hosomaki Tekka Maki (tuna) Ebikyu Maki (shrimp & cucumber) Unakyu Makin (eel & cucumber) Sake Maki (salmon) Hokkai Maki (salmon & avocado) Tamago Maki (Japanese omelette) Saimaki Magurotaku Saimaki (tuna & pickled radish) California Saimaki (shrimp, asparagus & cucumber) Norwegian Saimaki (salmon, avocado & scallion) Futomaki (shrimp & broiled eel) All-Vegetarian Sushi Shiitake Maki (shiitake mushrooms) Oshinko Maki (pickled radish) Saishoku Saimaki (mixed vegetables) Aspara Maki (asparagus) Kappa Maki (cucumber) Japanese Soups Misoshiru (miso soup) Suimono (fish-flavored clear soup) Kawarizushi Ohinasama Chirashi (salmon & broiled eel) Youfuu Oshizushi (salmon) Sushi Cake (chicken & cashew nut teriyaki) Temarizushi (tuna, salmon & avocado) Saladmaki (jumbo shrimp & lettuce)